It has been reported that Priyanka had agreed to be part of the film long ago. Earlier, the makers were in search of their male lead, thus, no announcements were made.

However, now, Sushant and Priyanka are supposed to have been finalised for Bhansali's production film, according to Deccan Chronicle.

The movie, "Gustaakhiyaan", is based on the life of legendary poet, Sahir Ludhianvi, which will be played by Sushant. On the other hand, Priyanka will be his love interest, Amrita Pritam.

Directed by Ashi Dua, the film will go on floors the next year.

Currently, both the actors as well as Bhansali are busy with their individual projects. Sushant is shooting for the MS Dhoni biopic and also, he has signed Mohit Suri's film "Half Girlfriend", based on Chetan Bhagat's novel.

Priyanka is busy with several films and also the American TV series "Quantico". She will appear in Bhansali's "Bajirao Mastani" and also in Prakash Jha's "Jai Gangaajal".

Bhansali and PeeCee have already worked in their upcoming flick, which will be released on 18 December. In "Bajirao Mastani", the actress will be seen playing the character of Peshwa Bajirao's first wife, Kashibai. Bajirao is played by Ranveer Singh, while second wife Mastani's character will be essayed by Deepika Padukone.